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SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (symbol: SEDG) is a leading global provider of distributed power harvesting and monitoring systems designed to optimize the energy output of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. The company's innovative solutions include power optimizers, inverters, and a cloud-based monitoring platform that serves a wide array of market segments, including residential, commercial, and small utility-scale solar installations.
Established to address the need for more efficient and cost-effective solar energy systems, SolarEdge's technologies enable module-level monitoring, enhanced maintenance, and flexible design options. These benefits translate into faster installations, improved safety, theft prevention, and ultimately, lower costs for PV energy production. The company sells its products through multiple channels, including direct sales to solar installers and engineering, procurement, and construction firms, as well as indirect sales via distributors and electrical equipment wholesalers.
In recent years, SolarEdge has achieved significant milestones and formed numerous partnerships that have bolstered its market position. The company's robust financial condition, underscored by consistent revenue growth and a strong balance sheet, reflects its operational excellence and strategic vision. SolarEdge continues to innovate and expand its product offerings, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the solar energy industry.
Whether you are a residential homeowner, a commercial entity, or involved in small utility-scale installations, SolarEdge provides a comprehensive solution to maximize the value and efficiency of your solar PV system. The company's commitment to developing cutting-edge technology and maintaining high standards of customer service makes it a preferred choice for solar energy solutions worldwide.
SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) reported Q4 2024 financial results with revenues of $196.2 million, down 17% from the previous quarter. The solar segment contributed $189.0 million, shipping 895 MW of inverters and 130 MWh of batteries. The company recorded a significant asset write-down and impairment of $138 million.
Q4 GAAP net loss was $287.4 million ($5.00 per share), while generating positive free cash flow of $25.5 million. For full-year 2024, total revenues were $901.5 million, compared to $2.98 billion in 2023, with total write-downs and impairments of $1.17 billion.
Looking ahead, Q1 2025 guidance projects revenues between $195-215 million, with Non-GAAP gross margin expected at 6-10%. The company expects to maintain positive free cash flow throughout 2025.
SolarEdge Technologies (Nasdaq: SEDG) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results announcement for Wednesday, February 19, 2025, before market open. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 A.M. ET on the same day to discuss the results.
Interested parties can join the call through toll-free numbers for United States/Canada (+1 800-445-7795) or international toll (+1 785-424-1699) using Conference ID: SEDG. Participants are advised to dial in 10 minutes before the start time. A live webcast will be available on SolarEdge's Investor Relations website, with a replay accessible for approximately 30 calendar days after the call.
SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) and Summit Ridge Energy (SRE) have announced a partnership for the supply of domestically-manufactured inverters and Power Optimizers from Tampa, Florida. The collaboration is part of SolarEdge's domestic manufacturing initiative, which has created approximately 1,750 new jobs in Tampa, Florida, and Austin, Texas.
SRE plans to standardize its rooftop solar installations with SolarEdge inverter solutions for commercial solar projects, estimated to exceed 100MW. Initial shipments from Florida are expected to begin in April 2025. The partnership leverages clean energy and advanced manufacturing credits to support local manufacturing while promoting U.S. energy independence and security.
SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) has announced two new appointments to its Board of Directors, effective January 6, 2025. Yoram Tietz, a Senior Advisor to General Atlantic and former Managing Partner of EY Israel, will chair the Board's Audit Committee. Gilad Almogy, Founder and CEO of Ultima Genomics, will join the Board's Technology Committee.
Tietz brings extensive experience from his 27-year tenure at Ernst & Young, including 15+ years as Managing Partner of EY Israel and leadership of its High-Tech Cluster. Almogy, founder of Ultima Genomics and previously Cogenra Solar, brings significant technological expertise with over 80 US Patents and past leadership roles at Applied Materials, where he managed a $1 billion+ revenue business.
SolarEdge Technologies (SEDG) has announced two significant developments: safe harbor agreements with major US residential solar installers and its second sale of §45X tax credits. The company signed agreements with Sunrun and another leading residential solar financer to provide US-manufactured inverters, Power Optimizers, and batteries throughout 2025.
These agreements aim to help partners qualify for domestic content bonus tax credits. Additionally, SolarEdge completed its second transaction for §45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credits, involving credits generated in Q3 2024 from US-manufactured inverters and Power Optimizers, eligible for the 11c/w production credit.
The company views these developments as important milestones in its recovery strategy, expecting them to enhance cash position, strengthen the balance sheet, and promote financial stability.
SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) has announced the shipment of its new SolarEdge Home Battery 'USA Edition', completing its portfolio of domestically manufactured solar and storage products. The battery offers 9.7kWh of storage capacity and features SolarEdge ONE, the company's next-generation energy optimization system.
This product is designed to qualify for the Domestic Content Bonus Credit under U.S. Treasury and IRS guidance. It joins SolarEdge's existing U.S.-made optimized inverters and power optimizers, helping system owners maximize domestic content incentives. The battery's production strengthens SolarEdge's domestic manufacturing infrastructure, particularly beneficial for markets like California under NEM 3.0, supporting both economic benefits and American manufacturing jobs.
SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) has launched its first commercial storage system, 'CSS-OD', for the German market. The system integrates with SolarEdge's solar inverter and power optimizer solution, offering 102.4 kWh-rated Battery Cabinet and a 50 KW battery inverter scalable up to 1 MWh per site. The CSS-OD is powered by SolarEdge ONE for C&I, a software-based energy optimization platform that synchronizes site energy production and storage to reduce costs. The system supports multiple optimization modes including self-consumption, peak shaving, and tariff optimization for dynamic pricing and grid participation.
SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) announced the closure of its Energy Storage division as part of focusing on core solar activities. The closure will result in approximately 500 employee layoffs, primarily in South Korea. The company expects quarterly operating expense savings of $7.5 million, with full implementation by second half of 2025. SolarEdge plans to sell assets related to storage division, including battery cell and pack manufacturing facilities. The decision won't affect the solar business sale of batteries for residential and commercial markets. The move aims to achieve financial stability through cost reduction and focus on core business lines.
SolarEdge Technologies announced its Q3 2024 financial results, reporting revenues of $260.9 million, a 2% decrease from the prior quarter and a 64% drop from the same quarter last year. Revenues from the solar segment were $247.5 million, up 3% from the previous quarter. The company reported a GAAP gross margin of negative 269.2% and a non-GAAP gross margin of negative 265.4%. GAAP operating loss was $1.09 billion, and non-GAAP operating loss was $808.1 million. GAAP net loss stood at $1.21 billion, with a net loss per share of $21.11. Non-GAAP net loss was $874.3 million, with a net loss per share of $15.31. The company undertook an asset valuation analysis, resulting in a write down and impairment of $1.03 billion. For Q4 2024, SolarEdge expects revenues between $180 million and $200 million, with non-GAAP gross margins ranging from negative 4% to 0%.
SolarEdge Technologies announced significant changes to its Board of Directors. Avery More has been elected as Chairman of the Board, replacing Nadav Zafrir, who will remain as a board member. Additionally, Guy Gecht has been appointed as a new board member, replacing Tal Payne who stepped down after serving since the company's IPO in March 2015. Gecht, who will serve on both the Audit and Technology committees, brings extensive experience from his roles as former CEO of Electronics for Imaging and board positions at Logitech and Check Point Software Technologies.